Scope of Practice at Natural Holistic Wellness Center

At Natural Holistic Wellness Center, we blend the wisdom of traditional medicine with the science of modern healthcare. Dr. Maki Takashima, ND, offers a comprehensive, root-cause-focused approach to healing for men, women, and children of all ages.

Our goal is to help you achieve long-term wellness—not just symptom relief—by addressing the underlying causes of imbalance through personalized, integrative naturopathic care.

What Is Naturopathic Medicine?

Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are trained in both conventional and natural medicine.

Naturopathic Medicine is defined by seven principles designed to promote wellness.

The Healing Power of Nature: Vis Medicatrix Naturae

Natururopathic medicine recognizes an inherent self-healing process in the body that is ordered and intelligent.

Identify and Treat the Causes: Tolle causam

Naturopathic doctors work to find and remove the underlying cause of a disease instead of simply suppressing the symptoms.

First Do No Harm: Primuim Non Nocere

Naturopathic doctors favor non-invasive treatments that minimize the risk of harmful side effects. When necessary, they may work with other healthcare practitioners to offer various treatment options.

Doctor As Teacher: Docere

The principal objective of Naturopathic Medicine is to educate patients about the importance of personal responsibility for their own health. Doctors who specialize in naturopathy recognize the importance and therapeutic value that doctor-patient relationships have at better understanding and maintaining health.

Treat the Whole Person

Each person’s health is based upon a complex interaction of physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, dietary, genetic, environmental, and lifestyle values. Naturopathic doctors are holistic and work to understand and treat the causes that affect the entire body.

Prevention

Naturopathic doctors emphasize the prevention of diseases by educating patients on principles that lead to healthier lives. Naturopathic medicine also works at preventing minor illnesses from developing into more serious or chronic degenerative diseases.

Wellness

Wellness follows the establishment and maintenance of balanced, optimal health. Wellness is a state of being healthy and is characterized by positive emotion, thought, and action. Wellness is inherent in everyone, no matter the disease being experienced. If wellness is recognized and experienced by an individual, it will act as preventative medicine to heal disease more quickly than direct treatment alone.

This principle was adopted by Bastyr University and added to the above six principles.

As both primary care providers and natural medicine specialists, we develop holistic treatment plans that support the body’s natural ability to heal—without over-relying on medications.

Services We Offer

Whether you're seeking long-term healing, preventive care, or support for a specific concern, we offer a variety of services designed for individuals and families.

Initial Office Visit

Your first visit includes a detailed medical history, lifestyle and stress evaluation, physical examination, and a personalized wellness plan. Diagnostic tests may be recommended to uncover underlying imbalances.

Return Office Visit

Follow-up visits help fine-tune your treatment plan, evaluate lab results, monitor progress, and guide sustainable lifestyle changes that support healing.

Acute Office Visit

We provide fast, natural treatment for non-emergency conditions such as:

- Colds and flu

- Sinus infections

- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

- Ear infections

Wellness Programs & Specialized Visits

We offer structured programs and supportive care for key areas of health.

Women’s Wellness Visit

Includes a complete annual physical exam, breast exam, and Pap test, with holistic insights into hormonal balance, emotional wellness, and preventive care.

Child’s Wellness Visit

A full physical exam tailored to your child’s needs, with gentle, natural support for growth, immunity, digestion, behavior, and focus.

ADD/ADHD/Autism Program

Comprehensive testing and care including:

- 90-food allergy test

- Amino acid panel

- Neurotransmitter, detox, and gut function assessments

- Lifestyle, emotional, and environmental review

- Customized treatment plans for focus, behavior, sleep, and mood. We might order other tests, depending on each individual needs.

Cardio Health Program

Includes:

- Full comprehensive cardiovascular blood panel

- BMI, body fat & muscle mass analysis

- Nutrition and lifestyle plans to support heart health. Great for those with metabolic, thyroid, or weight concerns.

Create Your Own Herbal Formula

Work with Dr. Maki to design a personalized herbal tincture formula compatible with your medications and health goals. Includes an 8 oz bottle.

Diabetes Health Program

Designed for patients with prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, or blood sugar imbalance. Includes:

- Full comprehensive blood work

- Nutrition and weight management plan

- Body composition testing

- Natural blood sugar support

Sinus & Allergy Relief Visit

Therapies include:

- Nasosympatico essential oil stimulation

- Nebulizer therapy

- Herbal remedy preparation

- Heat therapy for sinus drainage

Flexible Care Options

- Home Visits available for established patients

- Phone & Email Consultations for ongoing care

- Virtual Appointments offered across California and internationally

Insurance & Payment

Some California insurance providers cover naturopathic services. We offer superbills for insurance reimbursement and accept HSA/FSA accounts for visits and supplements.

We are happy to help guide you in verifying coverage with your provider.

Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

Whether you're struggling with chronic symptoms, looking for preventive care, or seeking natural support for your child or family, Dr. Maki is here to help you feel whole again.

📞 Call now or book your free 15-minute consultation to learn how we can help you heal naturally and deeply—mind, body, and spirit.